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Security Officer/Dispatcher

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:
Reporting to a Sergeant or Patrol Officer at Montclair State University Police Department, the Security Officer, during an assigned tour of duty, receives and dispatches emergency telecommunications in accordance with established procedures, provides assistance and protection to persons and property in and about state owned and leased buildings, office grounds, and parking areas, maintains orderly conditions, and takes the measures required to assure observance of law.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gives assistance when accidents or illness occur in emergencies; summons physicians, the fire department, and/or police as may be required.
Receives and dispatches emergency telecommunications in accordance with established procedures.
Directs callers and visitors to the reception desk or to other locations, and provides desired information to callers in accordance with established procedures.
Notes and reports conditions which constitute dangers and hazards, and takes the actions necessary to assure orderly and safe conditions; sees that established safety regulations are observed.
Takes appropriate actions as to suspicious persons and conditions, and reports significant actions, occurrences and conditions.
Refers/dispatches officers to complaints involving misconduct, suspicious behavior, illegal activities, and other matters within the province of police operations and prepares reports thereon.
Obtains, records, and properly uses needed equipment, materials and supplies.
Prepares simple but clear, accurate, informative and legible reports.
Utilizes various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:

Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of an approved high school equivalent certificate.
Possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
Flexibility to work varied shifts in a 24 hour day including overnight shifts, including holidays.

NOTE: This is a Civil service position. Permanent appointment in this title requires successful completion of a 4-month working test period. Following successful completion of the working test period as a security officer, candidates may receive a provisional appointment to the Campus Police Officer Recruit title, and those who have not already completed an approved police officer training course will participate in a six month training program. Concurrently, candidates may apply for advancement to the Campus Police Office Recruit title based on LLE examination results and subsequent certification from the Civil Service Commission. Following a promotional examination and certification process, candidates may receive a regular appointment and begin serving a probationary period. After successfully serving the 12-Month Working Test Period in the Campus Police Officer Recruit title as required by the State of New Jersey, candidates may be certified and attain permanent status in the Campus Police Officer title.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

NOTE: This is a Civil service position. After successfully serving a 4-Month Working Test Period as required by the State of New Jersey, you will then be certified to your position. Thereafter, you will attain a permanent status in this title.

SALARY RANGE: I13: $39,976.82 - $55,991.96 *NOTE: Salaries for internal candidates are determined by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission's formula. Salaries for external candidates are determined up to no more than $45,315.20.

Department

University Police/ Administrative Lieutenant Campus Police

Position Type

Services

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email

talent

@montclair.edu

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at

www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit:

https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

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INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

TEAM SIZE

1001-5000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Montclair, NJ

DATE POSTED

August 3, 2023